In the land of fire and stone,
Where volcanoes stand alone,
There's a place where magma flows,
And seismic activity grows.

From the vent, the magma spills,
Forming rocks with fiery thrills,
And as the magma starts to cool,
New land is formed, it's the rule.

The debris from the crater's burst,
Billows up, in waves dispersed,
It falls like snow, but black as night,
Covering the land, a solemn sight.

But don't be afraid, don't despair,
For amidst the chaos, life can repair,
For where there's cinders, life can thrive,
And accumulate to help it survive.

And as the land begins to change,
A caldera is formed, a new range,
A dormant volcano takes its place,
In the midst of this fiery space.

So listen well, my little friend,
The Earth is alive, it's on the mend,
And though the ground may shake and roar,
Nature's beauty we can adore.

Reflections

1. What is a volcano, and how is it formed?
2. What happens during a volcanic eruption?
3. How does the debris from a volcanic eruption affect the environment?
4. What is a caldera, and how is it different from a crater?
5. How do plants and animals adapt to live in a volcanic environment?
6. Why is it important to respect nature and its power?
7. What can we do to protect ourselves and our communities in case of a volcanic eruption?